Unravel Two

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 86
  3. Negative: 7 out of 86
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  1. GlassCannon
    Jul 5, 2019
    9
    Unravel Two is an immersive puzzle-platformer with a story to tell. It paints an incredible narrative with messages about love, loss, friendship, gain, and even corporate greed without using any words. The visuals are stellar, and everything is shrunken down in a Chibi-Robo fashion. The game approaches everyday objects with a creative, child-like imagination. The game doesn't have manyUnravel Two is an immersive puzzle-platformer with a story to tell. It paints an incredible narrative with messages about love, loss, friendship, gain, and even corporate greed without using any words. The visuals are stellar, and everything is shrunken down in a Chibi-Robo fashion. The game approaches everyday objects with a creative, child-like imagination. The game doesn't have many mechanics but the mechanics that it does have are used in so many different ways that the game never becomes tedious. Some parts of the game are genuinely challenging and offer new experiences to even the most seasoned puzzle-solver. Finally, the musical score is phenomenal and offers a perfectly peaceful complement to many of the dynamic backgrounds. Unravel Two is a must-have for fans of puzzle or platforming games.… Expand
  2. Nitroade24
    Feb 16, 2020
    9
    I’m playing this game with my sister and it is just such a good game. The music is so atmospheric and the game mechanics are so clever.
  3. Jopper
    May 7, 2019
    8
    Such a beautiful and peaceful game. I've only played co-op with my gf (not a gamer) and we both have really enjoyed Unravel Two.
  4. tulling
    Mar 14, 2020
    10
    For 20 dollars, this game is incredible. It's not something I would typically seek out on my own, but I bought it to play through with my girlfriend who is not a gamer at all and we had a great time with it. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an engaging cooperative game that does not have a high skill requirement. The controls are smooth and fun, and very easy to pick up on afterFor 20 dollars, this game is incredible. It's not something I would typically seek out on my own, but I bought it to play through with my girlfriend who is not a gamer at all and we had a great time with it. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an engaging cooperative game that does not have a high skill requirement. The controls are smooth and fun, and very easy to pick up on after the first few levels.… Expand
  5. aditya1101
    Jan 18, 2020
    3
    When I started playing this game I thought it was a really cute and fun experience but the more i played it the more I started to realize that the levels were so samey and there was so little innovation in level design. The levels are way too long and this game just becomes so boring so quickly.
  6. JavierHD806YT
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    Bought the game on Cyber Monday when it fell to $4.99, been playing this game with my buddies, taking turns, and so far it's pretty gnarly, I love the little yarn style they went with and the new addition of a second player, and I would play the single player mode on a different switch account and there are no disadvantages with it! You don't even need to play the first game to understandBought the game on Cyber Monday when it fell to $4.99, been playing this game with my buddies, taking turns, and so far it's pretty gnarly, I love the little yarn style they went with and the new addition of a second player, and I would play the single player mode on a different switch account and there are no disadvantages with it! You don't even need to play the first game to understand this one! So go and play this wonderful game!… Expand
  7. NatashaMoon94
    Apr 19, 2021
    5
    Although I liked this game it has its major flaw. The scenes in the background of the children hiding from abusive parents is to me very disturbing. I grew up in an abusive home in California and I would rather not see that in my video games when I am trying to get away and immerse myself into a game. Yes the little string characters are very cute but I would not recommend this game forAlthough I liked this game it has its major flaw. The scenes in the background of the children hiding from abusive parents is to me very disturbing. I grew up in an abusive home in California and I would rather not see that in my video games when I am trying to get away and immerse myself into a game. Yes the little string characters are very cute but I would not recommend this game for children as they do not need to see that kind of thing, whether they come from a good home or from a home that is abusive it isn't right for them to see. Games are meant to distract you from reality. If the background of these games continue to be depressing I will no longer buy this designer's games as I do not want my children to see that.… Expand
  8. miguelbaptista
    Oct 11, 2019
    9
    @Jax

    The average of 8+8+8.5+8+9+7 is 7 ?
    Please never teach, attribute grades, review others work, without studying a bit of math. 5th grade Math. Cheers.
  9. Jax360
    Jun 13, 2019
    7
    Presentation. 8/10
    Graphics TV. 8/10
    Graphics Handheld. 8.5/10
    Music. 8/10
    Controls. 9/10
    Fun-factor. 7/10
    Score. 7.5/10
  10. donmopa
    Sep 14, 2021
    8
    Very fun and challenging game The main story has easy & medium difficulty challenges, however, extra levels can be though. As pros, music & game atmosphere gave a good experience, it is nice to play in co-op mode, and puzzles make this game a nice to play.

    To improve, there are inconsistencies in how to interact with elements during the game. I never got the story behind the game,    Very fun and challenging game The main story has easy & medium difficulty challenges, however, extra levels can be though. As pros, music & game atmosphere gave a good experience, it is nice to play in co-op mode, and puzzles make this game a nice to play.

    To improve, there are inconsistencies in how to interact with elements during the game. I never got the story behind the game, somehow, when person holograms appear, it feels very disconnected

    Anyway, in general it is a good game 8/10    … Expand
  11. EvolverFidgetal
    Dec 5, 2019
    6
    I have played the first one which I found extremely boring thus haven’t finished it. Big thing going for the sequel is the ability to play it with a friend/loved one which is especially valuable in currently somewhat starved couch co-op/split screen niche market. And while the purely mechanical and gameplay wise execution is brilliant and engaging, I can’t help but gasp at how uninspiredI have played the first one which I found extremely boring thus haven’t finished it. Big thing going for the sequel is the ability to play it with a friend/loved one which is especially valuable in currently somewhat starved couch co-op/split screen niche market. And while the purely mechanical and gameplay wise execution is brilliant and engaging, I can’t help but gasp at how uninspired and mediocre the world building is (past the first chapter) and how downright terrible the music is. Whoever was responsible for the audio part of the game, seemingly made sure to make the player think that the music is as unrelated to the game as possible, as if seemingly taken from another title or perhaps some background elevator stuff. Rarely you find these days such a misfire when it comes to music. It affected immersion so much that I had to turn it off. Story is unnecessary and feels artificial. It’s like the developers didn’t coordinate their work and just slapped together whatever elements. If you can look past that (I couldn’t), then there is much to enjoy in this game.… Expand
  12. Arfon
    Mar 19, 2021
    9
    Great puzzles and a fun co-op mode. Visuals are stunning and the soundtrack is on point. I played it with my cousin(Casual gamer) and we both had a great time playing it. Very recommended.
  13. spencerplewe
    Dec 28, 2020
    9
    Simply beautiful and fun, this co-op platformer sequel is dynamic, emotional, and visually magical (though not without a frustrating glitch here and there).
  14. rookfire
    Dec 25, 2020
    3
    i played this in two-player mode with a friend. this game is not worth it at full price. it's really only worth it if it's about $5. what I didn't like:
    - very hard to tell what items and features are interactable and what aren't, design/visuals are very confusing where what seems to be foreground objects turn out to be in the background and vice versa. in some levels there were fire    i played this in two-player mode with a friend. this game is not worth it at full price. it's really only worth it if it's about $5. what I didn't like:
    - very hard to tell what items and features are interactable and what aren't, design/visuals are very confusing where what seems to be foreground objects turn out to be in the background and vice versa. in some levels there were fire spirit things that chase after you and kill you but most of the time, it's quite hard to see them until they're right there on top of you. i wish the game made it more obvious. it was super frustrating
    - game is very inconsistent with what happens when you do stuff. e.g. in some areas, if you touch water you drown. in other areas, you can actually swim in it. or sometimes, you can stand on a revolving gear. other times, it kills you if you just touch it lol
    - perspective issues. my friend and i played it on a big TV but our avatars were very tiny and we felt like we had to squint to see everything on the screen
    - not gonna lie, most of the levels were boring or tedious/convoluted/repetitive
    - the story/plot was boring and hard to follow

    it's disappointing because i really liked the first one and i love the soundtrack of this game    … Expand
  15. nepatriots32
    May 25, 2020
    8
    I had a great time playing through this game with my wife. It's very charming, with smooth and satisfying platforming that is challenging enough at times while never feeling too frustrating. It's a fantastic two player platforming experience, so if you have a significant other, friend, or family member to play with, I bet you'll have an enjoyable time. It's probably not the right game toI had a great time playing through this game with my wife. It's very charming, with smooth and satisfying platforming that is challenging enough at times while never feeling too frustrating. It's a fantastic two player platforming experience, so if you have a significant other, friend, or family member to play with, I bet you'll have an enjoyable time. It's probably not the right game to pick up if you're planning to play through it by yourself, though. It's meant to be enjoyed by two people in couch co-op, not by one person in singleplayer mode.… Expand
  16. CrispCicada
    May 27, 2020
    9
    Unravel Two is simply a really fun puzzle-platformer from start to finish. The controls are splendid and I love the gimmicks. The atmospheres in this game's levels are amazing. You can tell there was a load of effort in every single area in this game. There are always small details in the background. The music is ambient and I really like it. Overall, Unravel Two is a very smoothUnravel Two is simply a really fun puzzle-platformer from start to finish. The controls are splendid and I love the gimmicks. The atmospheres in this game's levels are amazing. You can tell there was a load of effort in every single area in this game. There are always small details in the background. The music is ambient and I really like it. Overall, Unravel Two is a very smooth platformer with a great narrative to back it up. It's really fun whether you're playing it by yourself or with a friend. Have a lovely day/night, folks!… Expand
  17. JeromePel
    Sep 18, 2020
    10
    Visually gorgeous game, amazing soundtrack and good intro to platformers for non-gamers (played a lot with the gf). Don't expect a Donkey Kong in terms of difficulty (still decent challenges at times), but the engaging cooperation and aesthetics should be more than enough to keep you coming back.
  18. opnyx
    Jan 16, 2021
    9
    Very nice game with some beautiful scenes and music. Awesome to play in local multiplayer. The story is very short, but there's a lot of one-shots levels to do afterwards.
  19. LePooPoo
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    great game but i want to know more about the backstory and more levels also
    great for two players
  20. Wrecktangled
    Mar 17, 2022
    3
    Too repetitive and lacking challenge for me personally. I love the premise, but the puzzles didnt come across as clever or intriguing.
  21. EvanFish
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    Gorgeous graphics, satisfying mechanics, enjoyable puzzles, and a stunning soundtrack. There is nothing to not compliment this game on, and it truly is the best game I’ve ever played, topping even the widely praised Switch game, Breath of the Wild.
  22. Adasc2906
    Dec 8, 2021
    6
    NO. Just no. Like seriously go play the first game. It's much better than this..... game?
  23. l1lj4
    Apr 10, 2022
    5
    liked the puzzles, graphics were good. got a little bored tho, the levels were pretty samey.
  24. antonioribeiro
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    A lot of good moments with my daughter. A very collaborative and friendly game.
  25. Gumdrop
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    This game has no business being so good. It immerses you in this tiny little, beautifully rendered world. The sound design is really soothing, and I found it really calming. It really looks and sounds magical.

    The gameplay is really fun and unique. They've done a great job of handling the dual characters in single player. I never found it difficult to switch or complete levels. And I    This game has no business being so good. It immerses you in this tiny little, beautifully rendered world. The sound design is really soothing, and I found it really calming. It really looks and sounds magical.

    The gameplay is really fun and unique. They've done a great job of handling the dual characters in single player. I never found it difficult to switch or complete levels. And I never found it frustrating.

    No, it's not the most challenging game, but that's not a bad thing. I enjoy a really challenging game, but sometimes I just want something lighter. It's got enough challenge to keep you engaged but still keep it relaxing.    … Expand
  26. luciamelier
    Mar 31, 2023
    8
    Overall I had fun playing it. The puzzles were entertaining and a little bit tricky
  27. MayMoJo
    Feb 24, 2023
    8
    We had so much fun together, I highly recommend this to every couple looking for a great game to play together! A lovely art style, paired with nice physics and customization options which you unlock in side challenges. Also a lovely central hub with a load of details to discover! I take two points off for a weird background story which seems totally off to the actual game (but it's easyWe had so much fun together, I highly recommend this to every couple looking for a great game to play together! A lovely art style, paired with nice physics and customization options which you unlock in side challenges. Also a lovely central hub with a load of details to discover! I take two points off for a weird background story which seems totally off to the actual game (but it's easy to ignore) and for the short length. Some challenges are also just plain stupid.… Expand
  28. chocoway
    Apr 14, 2023
    9
    played this with my sister, it was fun, most of the time we were laughing, had those stupid times and big brain plays, fighting and arguing.

Awards & Rankings

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#53 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#60 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019
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#38 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Aug 28, 2019
    90
    Fans wanted Unravel Two on Switch and they got it. While it took some patience, the wait was certainly worth it. [Issue #39 – May/June 2019, p. 30]
  2. Switch Player
    Apr 29, 2019
    80
    Unravel Two is a fun and unique (as far as the Switch goes) puzzle-platformer that feels right at home on the console. This is a great choice for playing together with any member of your family.
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  3. Pure Nintendo
    Apr 22, 2019
    80
    If you’re a genre fan, Unravel Two would be a very good choice, even more so if you have someone to enjoy its puzzles with via co-op. While some of its choices didn’t quite hit the bullseye – much of the folk music clashes with the on-screen action – it offers a solid amount of high-quality content. And again, Unravel Two will leave you thinking, which is another plus.
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